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  G80 used-car prices \/ Source: Yonhap News<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Genesis G80 \u2014 long regarded as the benchmark for resale value in South Korea’s used-car market \u2014 is finally showing signs of weakness.<\/p>\n

Genesis introduced a substantially upgraded facelift earlier this year. At the same time, fuel prices have surged past 1,980 KRW per liter (about $1.49 per liter, roughly $5.62 per gallon), adding pressure that has accelerated a price correction for the outgoing RG3 model.<\/p>\n

Buyers who had planned to order a mainstream domestic mid\u2011to\u2011large sedan are increasingly turning to G80 used listings after prices slid into the low\u201150 million KRW range (around 50 million KRW, roughly $37,500).<\/p>\n

G80\u2019s resale shield cracks: squeezed by fuel costs and the new model<\/h2>\n

Used\u2011car platform K Car\u2019s April pricing outlook shows G80 values fell 4.2% month\u2011on\u2011month, one of the clearer declines alongside the SUV range.<\/p>\n

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  G80 used-car prices \/ Source: Genesis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The 2026 G80 2.5 Turbo carries a starting price of 59.78 million KRW (roughly $44,835). Meanwhile, low\u2011mileage 2023 examples have started trading in the low\u201150 million KRW bracket \u2014 roughly 50 million KRW, or about $37,500 \u2014 on the used market.<\/p>\n

Beyond the typical depreciation that follows a model update, aggressive new\u2011car incentives from Genesis have further depressed trade\u2011in and retail used values.<\/p>\n

Rising operating costs are also a factor. Owners of gasoline\u2011powered, higher\u2011displacement variants face steeper fuel bills, prompting some to place their cars on the market sooner \u2014 increasing supply and putting additional downward pressure on prices.<\/p>\n

\u201cA rear\u2011wheel sedan at Grandeur prices\u201d\u2026 buyers weigh split choices<\/h2>\n

As G80 used prices settle near the low\u201150 million KRW mark, buyers in their 50s and 60s face a more complicated equation.<\/p>\n

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  G80 used-car prices \/ Source: Hyundai Motor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

That price band overlaps with the out\u2011the\u2011door budget for the top\u2011trim Grandeur Calligraphy (53.49\u201353.66 million KRW, about $40,118\u2013$40,245), Hyundai\u2019s flagship mainstream sedan.<\/p>\n

Both cars sit in the roomy mid\u2011to\u2011large segment, but they pursue different strengths. The Grandeur prioritizes fuel efficiency and low running costs, riding on a front\u2011wheel\u2011drive (FWD) layout that delivers strong economy.<\/p>\n

By contrast, the G80\u2019s rear\u2011wheel\u2011drive (RWD) architecture offers a smoother ride, greater cabin quietness and the intangible benefits of a premium badge \u2014 attributes many buyers value over operating cost alone.<\/p>\n

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  G80 used-car prices \/ Source: Genesis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Industry analysts say the Grandeur is the sensible choice if fuel economy and low ownership costs are the priority. But for buyers who prioritize ride comfort and premium branding, a low\u201150 million KRW G80 used example offers a compelling alternative.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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